Glossary
10BASE-T The IEEE specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over Category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair
cable.
100BASE-FX The IEEE specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over fiber-optic cable.
100BASE-TX The IEEE specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over Category 5 twisted-pair cable.
1000BASE-SX The IEEE specification for 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet over fiber-optic cable.
1000BASE-T The IEEE specification for 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet over Category 5 twisted-pair
cable.
Auto-negotiation A feature that allows twisted-pair ports to advertise their capabilities for speed,
duplex and flow control. When connected to a port that also supports auto-
negotiation, the link can automatically configure itself to the optimum setup.
Auto Uplink A feature that allows twisted-pair ports to sense if a normal (MDI-X) or uplink (MDI)
connection is necessary and make the right link. It adjusts for straight-through or
crossover cables.
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